What does it help with
- Inflammation urinary bladder and kidneys
- Antibacterial in urinary tract
- Mild diuretic effects
- Prevention of inflammation
Active compounds
Arbutin, flavonoids, tannins, essential oils.
Arbutin is hydrolysed to hydroquinone — disinfection directly at the site of inflammation.
How and when to harvest
Harvest periodSeptember – October
Plant partsleaves
Dryingshade, 35–40 °C
Shelf life1 year
Preparation methods
TeaTinctureCapsules
Pro tip: Bearberry works better in alkaline conditions — drink with baking soda.
Recipes
1 Tea for inflammation urinary bladder ▾
2 teaspoons leaves pour over 250 ml cold water, leave for 4 hours. Strain and drink 3× a day.
2 Tincture (homemade) ▾
Fill a jar 2/3 with dried herb, pour in 40% vodka or spirit. Seal and leave for 4 weeks in a dark place — shake daily. Strain through gauze into a dark bottle. Dose: 20–30 drops in a little water 2–3× a day.
3 Homemade capsules (dried powder) ▾
Dry the herb at 40 °C until completely dried. Grind in a coffee grinder to fine powder. Fill empty capsules (available at pharmacies) — approx. 500 mg per capsule. Store in a dark vessel. Dose: 1–2 capsules 2× a day with water.
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